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Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe Easy Homemade with Vibrant Veggies

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy sweet and sour pork with vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. This dish balances tangy glaze with a satisfying crisp on every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) pork tenderloin or pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup (60g) cornstarch or all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil (canola or peanut), for frying
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 small carrot, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) rice vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) ketchup
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar or honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Season pork pieces with salt and pepper. Beat the egg in one bowl and place cornstarch in another. Dip each pork piece first in the egg, then coat evenly with cornstarch.
  2. Heat about 1 1/2 inches of oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or shimmers. Fry pork pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes per batch until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. While frying, mix vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and water in a small bowl and set aside.
  4. Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tbsp. Add carrots and bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Add snap peas and green onions and cook for another minute.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the veggies and bring to a simmer. Stir the cornstarch slurry again and slowly add it to the pan while stirring. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the veggies.
  6. Add the crispy pork back into the skillet and toss gently to coat with sauce and veggies. Heat through for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat pork dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Fry pork in small batches to avoid overcrowding and sogginess. Stir cornstarch slurry slowly into sauce to avoid lumps. Multitask by prepping sauce and veggies while frying pork. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and tamari instead of soy sauce. For vegetarian, substitute pork with firm tofu or cauliflower florets. To make healthier, bake pork at 425°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.

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